So Spurs could find a clear path to his signature.
Nonetheless, a host of other Premier League clubs are expected to send representatives to see him in action at Griffin Park on Saturday and Turf Moor on Tuesday.
Diop has impressed in Spain with his strong, box-to-box style.
He has enormous heart and stamina, and is tipped to become a future Spanish international.
Pape Cheikh Diop has represented Spain from Under-17 to Under-19 levelsEPAMauricio Pochettino can be expected to send a scout to watch Diop in action at Brentford and BurnleyPA:Press Association
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Originally from Senegal, he moved to Spain at the age of 14, joined the Celta Vigo youth system and has represented Spain at Under-17 and Under-19 level.
His La Liga debut came in December 2015 and last season he made 27 appearances, mostly from the bench.
Celta Vigo came 13th in La Liga after taking only one point from their final seven games.
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